Project Development Coordinator for Capital Projects

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Parks is seeking a Community Coordinator in the Capital Division to coordinate division-wide delivery strategies and serve as a central point of support. The role involves QA/QC of project data, developing protocols for data accuracy, and producing training materials for staff.

The candidate will create compliance-ready presentations for senior staff and help communicate capital project updates across divisions. NYC residency requirements apply as noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant community work experience or
• High school diploma plus 6 years of relevant experience; equivalency allowed.
• Experience in project management, data analysis, or public administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate division-wide delivery strategies and act as a centralized support point.
• Serve as QA/QC for project data and ensure timely corrections and updates.
• Prepare training materials and inform staff about systems supporting the capital process.
• Create presentation materials that meet agency standards for senior decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Experience equivalent

Tools

GIS

Tableau

SQL

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The Capital Division at NYC Parks is responsible for managing the design, construction and administration of capital projects to expand, improve and revitalize NYC Parks' public spaces.

Major Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Chief of Capital Strategic Initiatives, and with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate and support division wide delivery strategies and service as a centralized point of support.
• Serve as a Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) control point for project and program data shared internally and externally, develop protocol to flag data inaccuracies and ensure timely corrections and updates.
• Prepare training materials and ensure that Division staff are informed on and engaged with the systems that support and expedite the Capital process, assess and respond to training and education needs across the division.
• Create presentation materials that comply with Agency standards and convey complex concepts to support decision making; brainstorm and storyboard messaging with senior staff.
• Guide stakeholder communication, especially on multi-division projects and Capital-specific information that impacts other division projects.
• Support the Chief of Capital Strategic Initiatives on special projects and the implementation of pilot innovations intended to improve the capital process.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in project management, capital planning, public administration or data analysis.
• Familiarity with data analysis methods and tools, such as GIS, Tableau, or SQL.
• Familiarity with NYC Parks Capital Projects procedures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, customer service and leadership skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid New York State driver license.

Residency Requirement

Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy.